{"id":920,"date":"2022-04-29T04:04:55","date_gmt":"2022-04-29T04:04:55","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.outdoorsniagara.com\/?p=920"},"modified":"2022-05-14T19:27:10","modified_gmt":"2022-05-14T19:27:10","slug":"how-to-catch-asian-carp","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.outdoorsniagara.com\/how-to-catch-asian-carp\/","title":{"rendered":"How to Catch Asian Carp"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Asian carp fishing is a growing sport, and it seems everyone wants in on the action.<\/p>\n<p>Carp are large fish with plenty of fight, and they are a bit exotic.<\/p>\n<p>So how do you catch Asian carp? Keep reading as this post goes over the best ways to target and battle big, fat, Asian carp.<\/p>\n<div id=\"toc_container\" class=\"no_bullets\"><p class=\"toc_title\">Contents<\/p><ul class=\"toc_list\"><li><ul><li><\/li><li><\/li><li><\/li><li><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li><ul><li><\/li><li><\/li><li><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li><ul><li><\/li><li><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li><\/li><\/ul><\/div>\n<h2><span id=\"Methods_to_Catching_Carp\">Methods to Catching Carp<\/span><\/h2>\n<p>There are many methods you can use to catch Asian carp.<\/p>\n<p>They range from netting to pole fishing, to gigging.<\/p>\n<p>Here is a deeper explanation for each.<\/p>\n<h3><span id=\"Throw_Nets\"><strong>Throw Nets<\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>A throw net is a ringed net that you toss in a spiral motion from the bow of the boat, from shore, or from a sandbar.<\/p>\n<p>The net spirals through the air in a circle where it lands on the water.<\/p>\n<p>Thanks to sinkers tied ever six-twelve inches, the net sinks quickly to the bottom catching anything beneath it.<\/p>\n<p>As it is drawn in, it closes securing the catch in the net, which you then haul into the boat.<\/p>\n<p>Throw nets are available in many sizes for adults and children.<\/p>\n<p>They are sold by weight and by circumference or diameter.<\/p>\n<p>They are mostly sold in monofilament, but some are available in twine netting.<\/p>\n<h3><span id=\"Bowfishing\"><strong>Bowfishing<\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Bowfishing is aptly appropriate for targeting Asian carp.<\/p>\n<p>This sight fishing method requires you to see your target, then fire an arrow with a fishing line tied to it into the carp.<\/p>\n<p>The bow has a reel attachment that allows you to battle the carp and then haul it onboard.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Note:<\/strong> Polarized sunglasses greatly improve your ability to see carp that are submerged. They add to your ability to find and target carp, especially on sunny days. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.outdoorsniagara.com\/what-color-of-sunglasses-are-best-for-fishing\/\">Polarized sunglasses block much of the glare<\/a> from the water and should be part of every anglers tool kit.<\/p>\n<h3><span id=\"Rod_and_Reel\"><strong>Rod and Reel<\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Perhaps the most popular way to catch Asian Carp is to use a rod and reel.<\/p>\n<p>You can attract carp with smelly baits and sometimes with flashy spoons.<\/p>\n<p>Carp have poor eyesight, and they hunt by sense of smell.<\/p>\n<p>You can fish them in the daytime, but during the night they are often more active due to their poor eyesight.<\/p>\n<p>To fish carp at night, you use a fish monitor.<\/p>\n<p>The monitor sounds when the line is disturbed alerting you to the fact that a fish has taken the bait.<\/p>\n<p>You can choose a fly rod or spinning rod for carp fishing.<\/p>\n<p>A 7-8 weight fly rod is ideal in the 12-foot length range. A 12-13-foot medium action rod will do well for spinning rods.<\/p>\n<h3><span id=\"Gigging\"><strong>Gigging<\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>To gig for Asian carp, you use a gigging fork.<\/p>\n<p>The process requires that you wade through the water, slowly and carefully until you spot a carp.<\/p>\n<p>You position yourself without scaring the fish off, and then stab it with the gigging fork.<\/p>\n<p>It is a different approach to fishing, but one that works well and evokes a primal vibe of hunting.<\/p>\n<p>Gigs are available in three tines or five tine units. Each tine is sharp and pointed with barbs that securely hold the carp in place.<\/p>\n<p>If you are shopping for gigs be sure to check the handle diameter in relationship to your palm size.<\/p>\n<p>It is important that you be able to securely hold the gig pole so that you can apply the greatest force. Fishing gloves also greatly help.<\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-926\" src=\"https:\/\/www.outdoorsniagara.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/catching-asian-carp.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"1000\" height=\"667\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.outdoorsniagara.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/catching-asian-carp.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/www.outdoorsniagara.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/catching-asian-carp-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.outdoorsniagara.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/catching-asian-carp-768x512.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><\/p>\n<h2><span id=\"FAQ\">FAQ<\/span><\/h2>\n<h3><span id=\"What_is_the_best_bait_to_catch_Asian_carp\">What is the best bait to catch Asian carp?<\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Asian carp eat many types of foods and one of the weirdest foods to attract carp to a hook is sweet corn.<\/p>\n<p>Trout and bass also have a love for sweet corn.<\/p>\n<p>Whether you go for the sweet corn or you go for boilies, which are a conglomerate type of fish bait &#8211; fish meal, flour, bird food, and milk proteins, you will attract Asian carp to your hook.<\/p>\n<p>The key to bait fishing for carp is to use bait that is strong smelling.<\/p>\n<p>They hunt with their nose, not their eyes.<\/p>\n<h3><span id=\"Are_Asian_carp_easy_to_catch\">Are Asian carp easy to catch?<\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Asian carp are not overly difficult to catch which is why there are so many methods to catching them.<\/p>\n<p>They are also big fish. The world record carp is just under 107 pounds.<\/p>\n<p>Their massive size makes them a wonderful target for anyone who wants to battle big, fat, trophy fish.<\/p>\n<h3><span id=\"Can_you_catch_Asian_carp_with_a_hook\">Can you catch Asian carp with a hook?<\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Absolutely you can catch Asian carp with a hook.<\/p>\n<p>The best method for baiting fishing Asian carp is to set a line and leave it alone.<\/p>\n<p>Most people bait fish Asian carp at night.<\/p>\n<p>Use a quality fish alarm and set out a few lines.<\/p>\n<p>Carp hunt by scent so use strong-smelling baits, such as sweet corn, boilies, etc.<\/p>\n<p>If you are wondering how to use sweet corn as a bait, use tulle to wrap the corn in, which is cheap and easy.<\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-927\" src=\"https:\/\/www.outdoorsniagara.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/jumping-asian-carp.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"1000\" height=\"667\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.outdoorsniagara.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/jumping-asian-carp.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/www.outdoorsniagara.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/jumping-asian-carp-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.outdoorsniagara.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/jumping-asian-carp-768x512.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><\/p>\n<h2><span id=\"How_do_you_catch_a_bighead_carp_on_a_rod_and_reel\">How do you catch a bighead carp on a rod and reel?<\/span><\/h2>\n<p>The trick for bighead carp is to use carp bait-balls.<\/p>\n<p>There is also carp bait that comes from Japan that you can add to the bait balls.<\/p>\n<p>The bait-ball is a plastic device with a snap lid. It looks like a wiffle ball.<\/p>\n<p>You put the bait in, and around the bait-ball are a series of hooks with tiny floats.<\/p>\n<p>The floats help the hooks to find the carp&#8217;s mouth.<\/p>\n<p>To catch bighead carp, add sweet corn, boilies, or Asian carp bait to the bait-ball and let it sink near the bottom.<\/p>\n<p>The bait leaves a strong bait trail which draw in the carp.<\/p>\n<p>Carp are plankton feeders, and they will follow the grainy smell right to the swirl of hooks.<\/p>\n<h3><span id=\"Where_can_I_find_bighead_carp\">Where can I find bighead carp?<\/span><\/h3>\n<p>If you are fishing in freshwater where bighead carp are known to be, you will find them in the top 1\/3 of the water column.<\/p>\n<p>They are found in rivers, reservoirs, water holding ponds, natural ponds, lakes, and even small streams.<\/p>\n<h3><span id=\"How_do_you_catch_a_big_head_carp\">How do you catch a big head carp?<\/span><\/h3>\n<p>You can catch big head carp with a rod and reel, net, or bowfishing bow<\/p>\n<p>The easiest way to catch these big fish is with a rod and reel and a setup that includes a strong smelling bait.<\/p>\n<p>You can target them day or night, which allows you to extend the timeline for fishing for big Asian Carp.<\/p>\n<h2><span id=\"Conclusion\">Conclusion<\/span><\/h2>\n<p>If targeting big, fat, trophy fish is on your bucket list, consider going after Asian Carp.<\/p>\n<p>These fish are easy to catch, if you know the secrets.<\/p>\n<p>They offer a few ways to target them &#8211; net, bow, rod and reel &#8211; and the tactics make them fun to target.<\/p>\n<p>The best part about fishing for Asian Carp is the tremendous battle that these big fish provide.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Asian carp fishing is a growing sport, and it seems everyone wants in on the action. 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